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It's opposite day in my planning world, and this technique really works...

Published 9 days ago • 2 min read

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As a fellow multi-passionate creative and caregiver, I know how overwhelming it can feel to tackle big events, projects, or life goals. The to-do lists, the deadlines, the constant juggling is…well...a LOT.

The answer, as you likely already know, is planning. But this is where most of us get stuck. We sit down and start creating a todo list and the overwhelm kicks in. It’s not just about what needs to be done, it’s about when it needs to be done (as well as by whom). And that’s not even taking into account how life will get in the way. How do you figure it all out?

Good news! I have a super simple tip that’s going to transform your planning process and help you achieve your visions with more ease and clarity.

On my latest Positively Living Podcast episode, I explain the concept of "beginning with the end in mind" - a planning principle from Stephen Covey (his second habit of highly effective people).

Here are the basics:

  1. Instead of getting bogged down in the nitty-gritty details from the start, clearly visualize your desired outcome first.
  2. From there, you'll work backwards to map out the specific steps needed to make it a reality.

In the episode, I walk through this framework using the example of planning a Thanksgiving dinner, but the principles apply to any event, project, or personal goal you're looking to accomplish. I also share a real-life success story of how I helped a client use this approach to finally write the book she'd been dreaming of and how she’s still using the principles we applied to write future books as well.

By defining your vision, identifying key details, creating a timeline, and having contingency plans, you can turn even the most daunting tasks into a smooth, stress-free process.

If you're ready to start planning with more intention and clarity, I encourage you to give this episode a listen. And if you know it’s time to walk through your plans with a coach, I’m ready and excited to help. We could create a project plan together in a quick session, like the Productivity Boost. Check out the details below and let me know what you’d like to plan next.

Until next time, keep making space for what matters by planning,

Lisa

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